Paramedic, Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science Paramedic Degree at Northark is a 2-year program designed to prepare Paramedics for out-of-hospital care. This program meets and exceeds National DOT Standards and curriculum. Graduates are eligible to take the National Registry, Psychomotor & written exams.

To be eligible for the programs, prospective students must:

Be accepted as a student in the college; complete the Northark application if you are not current enrolled

Be accepted into the Paramedic Program; complete the Paramedic Program application

Be 18 years of age

Have a high school diploma or GED certificate; complete high school transcript request

Be in good health; submit a Health Information Form

Have a current Arkansas EMT certification or be in the testing phase

Be currently certified in AHA Health Care Provide CPR

Complete required pre-requisites

Have completed ACT and/or the COMPASS test and have scores sent to Northark

Have all immunization records on file and provide proof of Hepatitis B vaccine, rubella vaccine and TB skin test

Have three written recommendations (see application)

Have a minimum grade of “C” in each prerequisite course and in each course required in the paramedic program

Program Cost

Tuition charges per semester hour as approved by the Northark Arkansas College Board of Trustees. Paramedic books, liability insurance, name badges and uniforms will be an additional cost. This does not include certification in costs for ACLS, PHTLS, PALS or EPC.

The My Academic Plan (MAP) serves as a guideline to graduate in six semesters. The Key Milestones/Prerequisites listed for each semester highlight significant achievements that must be completed in the degree track. Students who do not follow the six-semester plan and/or who do not complete identified milestones may jeopardize their financial aid (if applicable) and/or delay graduation.

Academic Preparedness

Northark recognizes the important connection between student success and academic preparedness. Students may be required to complete one or more of the following courses before enrolling in college level courses. Summer and/or intercession courses may be required to graduate within six semesters. Developmental course credits earned do not count towards degree completion requirements.